Ría Lagartos mangroves

Ría Lagartos mangroves
Ecoregion territory (in red)
Ecology
RealmNeotropical
BiomeMangroves
Borders
Geography
Area3,626 km2 (1,400 sq mi)
CountryMexico
Coordinates21°36′N 88°05′W / 21.6°N 88.08°W / 21.6; -88.08

The Ría Lagartos mangroves ecoregion (WWF ID: NT1430) covers mangrove habitats of along the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, including the Ria Lagartos Lagoon ('Ria' meaning lagoon). A prominent section of the ecoregion is covered by the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. The site is an important area for migratory birds, fish, and sea turtles.